What is Emerald like?

Emerald is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatres, shopping and restaurants. Are you looking for Emerald travel tips? Make sure that you visit Emerald Lake Park and Cardinia Reservoir while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Emerald?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Emerald Ridge is the highest ranked property in Emerald. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels will I find in the Emerald area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Melbourne, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Emerald.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Emerald, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Emerald.

What are the top things to see and do in Emerald?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Emerald Lake Park, Cardinia Reservoir and Emerald Bushland Reserve. You could also plan a visit to Gemco Community Theatre or Mount Majestic Bushland Reserve while you're in the neighbourhood. Clematis Park Bushland Reserve, Menzies Creek Bushland Reserve and Wright Forest Bushland Reserve are just a few of the places to visit in and around Emerald. You might also plan a visit to Selby G196 Bushland Reserve when you're sightseeing in Melbourne.

How can I get around Emerald and the greater Melbourne area?

If you want to venture out of town, Emerald Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Lakeside Station.

The Best Hotels in Emerald, Melbourne - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Emerald hotels

Guestroom, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1. Emerald Ridge

Emerald

Patchareeporn

₹17,973 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

2. Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel

13.1 km from Emerald

Glenda

₹7,047 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

3. Golden Pebble Hotel

19.2 km from Emerald

Peter

₹8,983 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

4. Atura Dandenong

18.1 km from Emerald

Zaheer Ahmed

₹9,682 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

5. Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree

13.7 km from Emerald

Robert

₹13,112 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

6. Yarra Valley Motel

20.7 km from Emerald

Sean

₹8,279 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

King Arthur Suite | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

7. The Loft In The Mill Boutique Accommodation

10.8 km from Emerald

Cathrine

₹12,406 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

8. Mercure Pakenham

16.7 km from Emerald

Jak

₹14,053 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jul - 26 Jul

Family Room, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | View from room

9. Rowville International Hotel

17.9 km from Emerald

Razi

₹8,422 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

10. Foothills Conference Centre

18 km from Emerald

DI

₹10,758 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

11. Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

19.3 km from Emerald

Josephine

₹12,910 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9 PM, pool loungers

12. Nightcap at York on Lilydale

16.7 km from Emerald

Jamie

₹7,800 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

13. Quest Narre Warren

14.9 km from Emerald

Martin

₹14,978 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Four Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

14. Econo Lodge Lilydale

20.9 km from Emerald

Tim

₹7,806 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

15. Sage Melbourne Ringwood

22.4 km from Emerald

Elie

₹9,319 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

16. Dorset Gardens Hotel

19.4 km from Emerald

victoria

₹8,995 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Deluxe Twin Room | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels

17. Dandenong Motel

20.9 km from Emerald

Peter

₹7,946 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

18. Canterbury International Hotel

25.7 km from Emerald

Juanita

₹8,674 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

19. ibis Budget Dandenong

21.2 km from Emerald

Angel

₹5,749 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Family Apartment | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

20. The Mulgrave Motel

24.8 km from Emerald

scott

₹9,463 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

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Top Emerald Hotel Reviews

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

8/10 Good

"It was a fine hotel - comfortable bed, excellent breakfast. The 4 stars (rather than 5) due to a few things...no milk in the room for tea/coffee, a few hairs left in the shower, and no free parking."